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Issue Focus: ASHA Health Care 2005
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Access SLP Health Care is a bimonthly e-newsletter that addresses the specific needs of speech-language pathologists working in health care.
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Headlines
- ASHA Health Care 2005
Dementia, Vocal Pathologies, and Pediatric Dysphagia
Clinical Approaches for SLPs in Health Care Settings
Join us in the desert! The ASHA Health Care 2005 Conference will be held Feb. 19-20 in Palm Springs, Calif. This three-track program will provide attendees access to clinically relevant, up-to-date information in the areas of dementia, vocal pathologies, and pediatric dysphagia. Take advantage of the early-bird discount by registering before January 17, 2005.
- New Documents Related to Service Delivery in Health Care (members only)
The Preferred Practice Patterns for Speech-Language Pathology have been updated with new practice areas and information. In addition, new guidelines for endoscopic evaluation of swallowing and documents related to cognitive-communication are available online for members. Keep yourself up to date with current ASHA policies!
- Recent ASHA Leader Articles About Dementia and Voice Now Online
Many SLPs in health care are asked to work with patients or residents with dementia. Questions exist about the role of the SLP in assessing and treating dementia and the appropriateness of such treatment. Read what experts have to say about these topics, as well as issues regarding normal changes in voice production that occur with aging.
- Pediatric Dysphagia Resources (members only)
Treating children with swallowing and feeding disorders requires specific knowledge and skills that may differ from treating adults. ASHA has developed resources to help you work with this population.
- SLPs' Use of Physical Medicine Codes - 97000 series (members only)
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued guidance about SLPs using physical medicine codes for procedures such as neuromuscular reeducation and therapeutic activities. Learn more about CMS policies and ASHA's response.
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Featured Question – What is the role of the SLP in the NICU?
ASHA has published a number of documents related to the role of the SLP in the NICU, as well as what the SLP needs to know and be able to do when working in this environment. ASHA has adopted the position that "speech-language pathologists play a significant role in the assessment and intervention of stable preterm and medically compromised preterm and term infants as well as infants with anatomic, physiologic, and neurologic disorders."
Working in this environment requires specialized knowledge and skills due to the highly complex medical condition of infants in the NICU. In addition, the SLP must be able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, including the families and caregivers.
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Time is running out to register for the annual Division 12 AAC Conference: Issues Affecting Adults Who Use AAC.
This conference, to be held January 28-31 at the Wyndham Palm Springs Hotel in Palm Springs, CA, is offered for 1.2 CEUs. Discounts on registration fees are available to ASHA members and Division 12 Affiliates.
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Shop Online
Products for Your Practice
Take a look at ASHA's line of products and continuing education programs related to dementia, voice, and dysphagia.
- Powerpoint Presentation for SLPs about Swallowing
"Adult Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders" is a free slide presentation available to affiliates of Special Interest Division 13. Developed by Division 13's Public Relations Committee, this presentation is intended for use when educating consumer groups about dysphagia management and for publicizing the SLP's role in assessment and treatment.
- New resource on SLP business practices: Business Matters: A Guide for Speech-Language Pathologists
Your ideal resource for SLP business practices. Perfect for students, professors, clinicians, and supervisors.
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